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Signature Beverage Guide
Author: ArcadiaMediaGroup
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Negroni
The Negroni is a classic Italian cocktail believed to have been created in Florence around 1919. According to legend, Count Camillo Negroni asked bartender Fosco Scarselli to strengthen his Americano by replacing the soda water with gin, creating the drink’s distinctive combination of gin, Campari and sweet vermouth. Traditionally served over ice with an orange…
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Basics: Syrups
A cocktail syrup is essentially sugar dissolved into water, often flavoured with fruit, herbs, spices, or other ingredients. It adds sweetness while also allowing you to introduce flavour and texture to a cocktail.As a base, simple syrup is created with a 1:1 ratio.equal parts caster sugar and water. this can also be made with demerara…
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Paper Plane
The paper plane was created in 2008 by Sam Ross and Sasha Petraske. They created the drink as a favor for a former colleague, Toby Maloney, who wanted a summer drink to serve at his bar The Violet Hour. Ross describes the drink as “a riff on a Last Word cocktail” and says the name…
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Mojito
The Mojito is a classic Cuban cocktail with roots dating back to the 16th century, when a simple mixture of aguardiente, lime, sugar, and mint was used as a medicinal drink. Over time, aguardiente was replaced by rum, creating the refreshing cocktail we know today. The Mojito became closely associated with Cuba, particularly Havana, and…
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Spritz: Aperol, Sarti, Hugo
Spritz cocktails originated in 19th-century northern Italy, particularly the Veneto region, where Austrian soldiers and visitors found Italian wines too strong and began diluting them with a splash of water. The drink evolved into the Spritz, traditionally made with wine, soda water and ice. In the early 20th century, bittersweet aperitifs such as Aperol were…
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Basics: Jar Infusions
Glass jar infusing is one of the easiest methods for extracting a certain flavour, aroma, colour, and sometimes sweetness into alcohol. It’s a great technique for cocktails because you can make a spirit taste much more intensely of fresh fruit without adding an overpowering juice or syrup. You’ll need: vodka, gin, rum, tequila or whiskey,…
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Margarita
The Margarita is one of the world’s most iconic cocktails, though its exact origins remain disputed. Most stories place its creation in Mexico during the 1930s or 1940s, with several bartenders and socialites credited with its invention. The classic recipe combines tequila, fresh lime juice, and orange liqueur, often served in a glass with a…
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Company Culture.
Company culture refers to the shared values, beliefs, attitudes, behaviours, and practices that shape the way people work together within an organization. It encompasses everything from the company’s mission statement and goals to its management style, history, and even its physical work environment. Some organizations prioritize a collaborative and inclusive culture, while others may prioritize…
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The Importance Of Perfect Serve.
Behind every great bar experience lies the skill and expertise of a well-trained bartender. From crafting exquisite cocktails to delivering impeccable service, bartenders who undergo comprehensive “perfect serve” training possess the ability to elevate the entire drinking experience. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of good bar perfect serve training and how…
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Embracing Kitchen Culture Into Your Bar.
Running a bar is a delicate balancing act that requires meticulous attention to detail, a keen sense of organization, and a passion for customer satisfaction. While many bar owners focus solely on their drink offerings and ambiance, there is a lot to be learned from the disciplined and efficient operation of a kitchen. In this…
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